GodivavsBobek

Godiva (aroma) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Godiva

Aroma

Alpha acid

6–9%

Beta acid

1.9–3%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

UK

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Godiva

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Bobek

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Godiva

SpicyTangerineGooseberryWhite

Only in Bobek

PineFloral

Property

PropertyGodivaBobek
Alpha acid6–9%3.5–9.3%
Beta acid1.9–3%4–6.6%
Co-humulone25–29%26–31%
Total oil0.4–0.8 mL0.7–4 mL
Myrcene-30–45%
Humulene-13–19%
Caryophyllene-4–6%
Farnesene-4–7%
OriginUKSlovenia
PurposeAromaBittering

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